2001 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 476 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 2011 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Explorer. (320 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3710 mm |
