2003 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 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 96 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-150 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
