2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,399 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 100 L |
