2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Griffith 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 | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Explorer | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2290 mm |
