2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. Both 2003 Ford F-250 and 2005 Ford F-350 are equipped with a 5,408 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 495 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 144 L |
