2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1990 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
