1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1423 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1998 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1998 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3320 mm |
