2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 242 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |