2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 F-450 (881 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-450 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 87 L |
