2003 Ford 427 vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
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 Ford 427 (704 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford 427 | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | 427 | I-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 704 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
