1997 • Jeep
Wrangler
Jeep Wrangler 4.0 i (178 Hp) 1997Overall Score62.25/100
1997 Jeep Wrangler vs 1997 Ford Explorer Comparison
Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.
1997 • Ford
Explorer
Ford Explorer 4.0 XLT (162 Hp) 1997Overall Score61.5/100
WINNER
Jeep Wrangler
Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.
62.25–61.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS
Every difference between the two cars
Basic Specifications
Jeep WranglerSpecificationFord Explorer
JeepMakeFord
WranglerModelExplorer
1997Model year1997
Off-road vehicleBody typeOff-road vehicle
4Seats5
2Doors5
Performance
Jeep WranglerSpecificationFord Explorer
9,4 s0–100 km/h12,7 s
174 km/hTop speed170 km/h
3964 ccEngine displacement3958 cc
178 HPPower162 HP
290 NmTorque305 Nm
6Cylinders6
Fuel & Consumption
Jeep WranglerSpecificationFord Explorer
PetrolFuel typePetrol
72 ltFuel tank83 lt
18,6 ltUrban consumption—
9,3 ltExtra-urban consumption—
Transmission & Chassis
Jeep WranglerSpecificationFord Explorer
4x4DrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears5
205/75 R15Tyre size235/75 R15
—ABSYes
Dimensions
Jeep WranglerSpecificationFord Explorer
3883 mmLength4790 mm
1732 mmWidth1790 mm
1780 mmHeight1800 mm
1495 KgWeight1990 Kg
2373 mmWheelbase2830 mm
E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note
1997 Jeep Wrangler and 1997 Ford Explorer approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.
Overall, Jeep Wrangler leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.
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