2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
