1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Ford F-150.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3683 mm |
