2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
