2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
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 Progress NC 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Progress NC 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
