1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1999 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
