1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
