1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 4 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 76 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Altezza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2800 mm |