1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 57 (631 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 844 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 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Explorer | 57 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3391 mm |
