1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 851 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
