1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 13 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Explorer | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2685 mm |
