1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 545 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
