2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (236 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1473 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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-350 (495 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-350 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 96 L |
