2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |