2011 Ford F-450 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-450 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-450 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6700 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1085 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6680 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2438 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2024 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4379 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 87 L |