2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1329 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (441 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-350 | Sequoia |
| 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 | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 99 L |
