2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2440 mm |
