2005 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 7 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Explorer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |