2001 Ford Urban Explorer vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Urban Explorer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Urban Explorer | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Urban Explorer | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 87 L |
