2006 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tundra | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
