1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 308 kg more than 1997 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Titan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3560 mm |
