1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 393 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Explorer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |