1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | F-450 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3590 mm |