2013 Ford E-Series vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2013 Ford E-Series and 2013 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 763 kg more than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Ford E-Series | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-Series | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.06:1 | 10.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2111 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 181 L | 70 L |
