2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 978 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Blackhawk | E-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 387 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3505 mm |