2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 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 104 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
