1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Calibra | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3967 mm |
