1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2005 Isuzu VehiCross | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | F-250 | VehiCross |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |