2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Ford Lynx
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Ford Lynx were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Ford Lynx. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
