1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1059 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Ford | SSC |
| Model | F-150 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1090 mm |
