1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 7 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, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
