2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |
