2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 976 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Tacuma | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |