2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-350 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 50 L |
