2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (193 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Altezza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |