2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
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 Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod 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 9 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 336 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Pod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
