1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 189 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Explorer | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3378 mm |
