2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1993 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 774 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1993 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2560 mm |
