1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 15 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 976 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Explorer | 62 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3828 mm |
