2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1547 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
