2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Avanti Studebaker.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Avanti Studebaker | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Studebaker | F-450 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 4379 mm |