2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu VehiCross 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 97 more horse power than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. (213 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 784 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1999 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | F-150 | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |
