2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
