2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Studebaker | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 3075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3490 mm |
