1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 260 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 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2895 mm |
