2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 360 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 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 4.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |