1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 260 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, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
