1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
