2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-450 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 249 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-450 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |