1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 is newer by 9 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2007 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
