2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
