1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 617 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3023 mm |
