1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Explorer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |