2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 9 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. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (305 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 611 kg more than 2012 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Challenger. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | F-250 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2946 mm |
