2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tacoma | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 4.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
