1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 429 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Wrangler | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 115 L |
