1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi 400. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | F-250 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2500 mm |
