2000 Ford Artic vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 602 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Artic | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
