2003 Ford Model U vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2003 Ford Model U and 2003 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Model U is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2003 Ford Model U is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U 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 Model U (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Model U will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 2003 Ford Model U has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Model U will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Model U | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Model U | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |