2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
