2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-250 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 72 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 65 L |
