2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tacoma | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8: 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
