1998 Ford Triton vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Triton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Triton would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Triton (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 683 kg more than 1998 Ford Triton.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Triton. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Triton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Triton | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Triton | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3120 mm |
