1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 890 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
