1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Explorer | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Explorer | Altima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |