1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1997 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cavalier | Explorer |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |