02-22-2007, 11:44 AM
Unfortunately those who are new to hotrodding full sized cars (especially the import guys) seriously over estimate the horspower output of their combinations. The other critical factor is torque and the power curve. HP is calculated, not measured! HP is (torque x RPM)/3456. "Torque Motors" like the 4.0L OHC Ford (I own one) makes power down low and can't breath past 5000rpm. So even with serious port work, custom re-grind cam, intake porting, etc. The power will still be modest but the torque curve could be strong & flat which would still make the Explorer feel pretty powerful.
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