2001 Ford Urban Explorer vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, both 2001 Ford Urban Explorer and 2001 Nissan Moco were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 659 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco. 2001 Nissan Moco has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Urban Explorer has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Moco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Urban Explorer | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Urban Explorer | Moco |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 63 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |