1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Bigua | Explorer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |