2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 113 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 2004 Toyota Tundra 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. 2004 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-250 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 60 L |