2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 848 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3670 mm |
