1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Century. 1996 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1996 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Century |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
