2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 149 kg more than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
