2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 195 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (383 Nm). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tacoma | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 150 L |
