1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 725 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
