2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-350 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 79 L |