2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 138 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |