2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |