1998 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 391 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150. 2012 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1998 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 236 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 | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3250 mm |
