2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1651 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | F-250 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
