2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2007 Ford F-450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avensis. 2011 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-450 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
