2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 607 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-150 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |
