2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Highlander | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |