1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Caldina | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
