2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 512 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (455 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-350 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2570 mm |
