2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-150 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
