2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4. 2009 Toyota RAV4 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. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
