2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo 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 (211 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Aygo 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.
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2009 Ford Explorer | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Aygo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 35 L |