1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1998 Nissan Crew is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer 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 31 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Crew. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Nissan Crew. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Crew |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
