2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer 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 80 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |
