2003 Ariel Atom vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom.
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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ariel Atom | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ariel | Ford |
Model | Atom | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3520 mm |