1998 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1998 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Statesman | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3683 mm |
