2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-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 F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |