2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tacoma | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
