2009 Ford GT vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 GT (678 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford GT | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |