2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 790 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Five Hundred | Pod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
