2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 564 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Explorer | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | 996 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2360 mm |