1994 Ford Probe vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Probe | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
