2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cavalier | F-250 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 114 L |