2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3490 mm |
