1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Xedos 6 would be higher. 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 55 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 760 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Explorer | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
