Flex-Fuel (E85)
2005 Ford Explorer 2WD FFV
The 2005 Ford Explorer 2WD FFV is a flex-fuel SUV. It has a 4.0-litre six-cylinder engine producing 210 hp (157 kW), with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.5 seconds and top speed is 109 mph (175 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2005 FORD EXPLORER 2WD FFV
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 2, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Ford | Model | Explorer 2WD FFV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2005 | Version / Trim | Ford 2005 Explorer 2WD FFV |
| Body Style | SUV | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Oxford White, Black, Silver Birch Metallic, Dark Shadow Grey Metallic, Dark Blue Pearl, Redfire Metallic, Vista Blue Metallic, Dark Toreador Red Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | United States |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Engine | 4.0L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 4,000 cc |
| Power | 210 hp / 157 kW | Torque | 280 Nm / 207 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 8.5 sec | Top Speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 13 mpg city / 19 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,887 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,950 kg (4,299 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2005 SUVS
Compared with other 2005 SUVs in our database, its 210 hp is close to the average for a 2005 SUV (217 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.5 seconds quicker than average.
| 2005 Ford Explorer 2WD FFV | Average 2005 SUVs | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 210 hp | 217 hp (64 cars) | -3% |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 252 Nm (64 cars) | +11% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 s | 9.0 s (64 cars) | -5% |
| Top speed | 109 mph | 112 mph (64 cars) | -3% |
| Kerb weight | 1,950 kg | 1,815 kg (71 cars) | +7% |
| Engine size | 4,000 cc | 3,325 cc (71 cars) | +20% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2005 SUVs with similar power to the 2005 Ford Explorer 2WD FFV.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Ford Explorer 2WD FFV | 210 hp | 8.5 s | 1,950 kg |
| 2005 Mazda Tribute 2WD | 203 hp | 9.5 s | 1,495 kg |
| 2005 Audi Allroad quattro | 220 hp | — | 1,285 kg |
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 200 hp | 11.0 s | 2,245 kg |
| 2005 BMW X5 | 225 hp | 7.0 s | 2,015 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Rear Parking Sensors
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre