2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1993 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1993 Holden Statesman.
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, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1993 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-150 | Statesman |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |