2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Explorer 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Explorer Mega Cruiser
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 292 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2180 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 108 L


 

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