2005 Ford GT vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (169 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
