2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Ford |
| Model | I-350 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3050 mm |
