2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Holden Caprice

To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (310 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2005 Holden Caprice.

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, 2005 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford F-150 2005 Holden Caprice
Make Ford Holden
Model F-150 Caprice
Year Released 2010 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 310 HP 362 HP
Torque 494 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 1891 kg
Vehicle Length 5885 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 2004 mm 1899 mm
Vehicle Height 1887 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3670 mm 3009 mm


 

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