2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-350 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |