2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-450 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 45 L |
