2001 Ford Explorer vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2001 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer 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, 2001 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2740 mm |
