2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 753 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 181 L |
