1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Explorer | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |