2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica 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 50 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 179 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
