1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic 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 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Renault Trafic. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |
