1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 317 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Explorer | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Avalon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2819 mm |