2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (130 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2003 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Caldina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Caldina. 2003 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
