2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Explorer | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3220 mm |