1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Explorer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4007 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |