2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 5 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 906 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Explorer (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2002 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Avanza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |