1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Explorer | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | 993 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |