Review of the 1998 Ford Explorer
Powertrains: 4.0 L V6 or 5.0 L V8 with a 5-Speed Manual or 4-Speed Auto 4WD
Features: Power Windows, Mirrors, and Door Locks, Cloth Seating, Manual Driver Seat Adjustments, Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, AM/FM/CD Stereo System, A/C, Full Bench Seating, Tilt Steering Wheel, Rear Window Defroster, Rear Window Wiper
Performance
Base engine type: gas
Horsepower: 160 hp @ 4200 rpm
Torque: 225 ft-lbs. @ 2800 rpm
Turning circle: 37.3 ft.
Exterior
Width: 70.2 in.
Height: 67.7 in.
Length: 189.5 in.
Curb weight: 3911 lbs.
Wheel base: 111.6 in.
Interior
Rear hip Room: 51.9 in.
Rear head room: 39.3 in.
Rear leg room: 36.8 in.
Rear shoulder room: 56.8 in.
EPA: 14 City 19 HWY
Trims: Sport, XL, XLT, Eddie Bauer, Limited
Competitors: Honda Passport, Toyota 4Runner, Dodge Durango, Chevy Blazer, Nissan Pathfinder
What I have to say about the 1998 Explorer: The Explorer used to be the ultimate family car back in the late 90's and early 00's right beside the midsize sedans the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. With about 400,000 being sold every year up until 2002 it had alot going for it. Why was it such a good seller? Well it was because it had great rugged looks and it's versatile interior and room for a family made it such a good seller. The ergonomics was really good too and the seats were nice and plush and the Explorer also had plenty of power on tap. There is also many different trim levels for any lifestyle ranging from the basic XL to a very luxurious Limited. All in all this sport-ute was one of the best SUVS ever made