2009 Ford Flex vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Flex | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |