1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 377 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Explorer | CC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2711 mm |