2001 Ford 49 vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford 49. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford 49 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford 49 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford 49 | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 49 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
