2002 Vector M12 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 778 kg more than 2002 Vector M12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 2002 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vector M12 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Vector | Ford |
| Model | M12 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3670 mm |
