1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 57 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
