2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |