2006 Nissan Titan vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Ford Explorer. (290 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Titan | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Titan | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |