1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3370 mm |
