2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2852 mm |
