2004 Ford GT vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
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 Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer 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 218 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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 Soarer, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Soarer. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Soarer. 2002 Toyota Soarer 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 Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
