1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |