2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Celica 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 209 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Celica. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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, 2006 Toyota Celica, 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 709 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-450 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |
