1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 925 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
