2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 748 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ariel Atom | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ariel | Ford |
Model | Atom | F-350 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 6240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3970 mm |