2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
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 Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 388 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 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Condor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 4.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
