2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 62 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
