1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang 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 18 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
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1997 Ford Explorer | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Mustang |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |