2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 259 kg more than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Maxx Cab | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
