2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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-250 (495 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Pod. 2002 Toyota Pod has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Pod will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 48 L |
