1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 672 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Quest |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3160 mm |
