1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 956 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |