2005 Toyota Caldina vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 816 kg more than 2005 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Explorer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Caldina | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Caldina | Explorer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |