2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
