2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1369 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Yaris | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
