2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2012 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer 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 283 kg more than 2012 Ford Explorer.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Explorer. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2012 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
