2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Chrysler LHS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | LHS | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3050 mm |
