2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
