2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 409 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore. 1994 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-250 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |