2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 4,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 534 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4947 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |