2003 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-150 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
