2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Blackhawk | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |