2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo 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 207 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-250 | Rodeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3060 mm |