1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 175 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-150 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3570 mm |