2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-250 | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
