2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 Holden Statesman. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Statesman | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
