2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry 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 132 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |