2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3270 mm |