2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 92 L |
