2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Rageous would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Rageous.
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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Rageous.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-250 | Rageous |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2970 mm |