2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |
