1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Intimidator | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |