2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-150 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
