1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort 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 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 730 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
