1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 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. Both 1998 Ford Explorer and 2005 TVR T 350 are equipped with a 3,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Explorer | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
