1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 13 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, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 528 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2888 mm |
