2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Explorer weights approximately 562 kg more than 2004 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
