2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (262 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 593 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3009 mm |
