1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 505 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
