2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 138 kg more than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (325 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
