2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Ford F-250 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 2011 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
