2004 Ford GT vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
