1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Metro and 1999 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Metro | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Metro | F-150 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3050 mm |