1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1992 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 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Metro | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Metro | F-250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3490 mm |