2003 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-150 | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-150 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
