2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
