2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 5,408 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tacoma | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 150 L |
