2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 935 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | F-450 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 142 L |