2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 519 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | 993 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2280 mm |