1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 996 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
