2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX

To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 149 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, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford F-150 2007 Toyota RunX
Make Ford Toyota
Model F-150 RunX
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 311 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 5590 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 60 L


 

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