2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-150 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford F-150 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 2008 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 50 L |