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Explorer vs EQS 450+

Ford · Mercedes-Benz

1/4 Mile winner
EQS 450+
Beats the Explorer by 0.16s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the EQS 450+ beats the Explorer comfortably, finishing 0.16 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the EQS 450+ thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
350 hp
355 hp
0–100 km/h
6s
5.9s
Top speed
200 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
2.3L EcoBoost / 3.0L V6
Electric
Fuel
Petrol
Electric
Torque
420 - 500 Nm
568 Nm
Price
$45,000
$105,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Explorer
EQS 450+
100 m
6.253s
6.228s
1/8 mile
9.327s
9.265s
1/4 mile
14.217s
14.062s
1 km
26.238s
25.723s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Explorer is $45,000 vs $105,000 for the EQS 450+ — a $60,000 gap. Top speed: EQS 450+ runs to 210 km/h, 10 km/h higher than Explorer. Drivetrain: EQS 450+ is electric; Explorer runs on petrol.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Explorer or the EQS 450+?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the EQS 450+ is faster, beating the Explorer by 0.16 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Explorer vs the EQS 450+?

The Explorer hits 100 km/h in 6 seconds, while the EQS 450+ does it in 5.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Explorer produces 350 hp; the EQS 450+ produces 355 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Explorer tops out at 200 km/h, and the EQS 450+ reaches 210 km/h.

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