1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 15 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 83 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Explorer | XTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2831 mm |
