2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Intrepid 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 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | F-150 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
