2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2008 Ford F-450 and 2008 Toyota iQ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 261 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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, 2008 Toyota iQ, 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 691 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-450 | iQ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 32 L |