1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Chronos would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Chronos | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Chronos | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3670 mm |