2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Explorer | Aero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
