2011 Ford E-250 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford E-250 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-250 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2154 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |