2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | RAV4 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3050 mm |