2009 Ford Flex vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Flex | Caldina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |