2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 651 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 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 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | TE-50 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
