2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1344 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
