2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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-350 (495 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |
