1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Taurus |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |