2003 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 864 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Highlander | F-450 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 142 L |