1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
