2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 927 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Explorer | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2500 mm |