2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 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 41 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 995 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford F-250 2007 Toyota Highlander
Make Ford Toyota
Model F-250 Highlander
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 256 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2350 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2720 mm