Kia EV6 GT AWD or Ford Explorer ST 400: which has more power?

Kia EV6 GT AWD produces 585 hp and 740 Nm torque vs 563 Nm, versus 405 hp for Ford Explorer ST 400. Kia EV6 GT AWD leads on 2/2 power metrics.

Which is faster, the Kia EV6 GT AWD or the Ford Explorer ST 400?

Kia EV6 GT AWD is faster with a 0-100 km/h in 3.5s vs 5.1s for Ford Explorer ST 400, a gap of 1.6s. The Apex physics simulation confirms this advantage across all timed runs.

Which is faster, the Kia EV6 GT AWD or the Ford Explorer ST 400?

Kia EV6 GT AWD has a clear edge over the Ford Explorer ST 400 to 100 km/h. This difference is clearly noticeable in spirited driving and widens on standing starts.

Kia EV6 GT AWD or Ford Explorer ST 400: which has more power?

Kia EV6 GT AWD has about 45% more power than the Ford Explorer ST 400. On torque, Kia EV6 GT AWD also leads - which benefits quick overtakes.

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KIA EV6 GT AWD vs Ford Explorer ST 400: which is truly faster?

Simulated drag race 0 → 1,000 m in real time. Synchronised speed counters and stopwatch. Physics calibration on 7 manufacturer measurements.

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KiaBEV

EV6 GT AWD

585 hp · 740 Nm · 2,290 kg · 2023

FordPetrol

Explorer ST 400

405 hp · 563 Nm · 2,180 kg · 2020

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Parameters and assumptions

Simulation

Start: Standing, straight line
Surface: Dry asphalt, 23°C
Wind: None
Driver: 1 person, 75 kg

Calibration

Splits: 0–100, 0–200 manufacturer
Power curve: Real measurement (Caralogy)
VMax: Manufacturer limited
Transmission: Losses integrated in model

Physics model calibrated on manufacturer splits. The limited top speed is not the real aerodynamic top speed of the vehicles.

Under the bonnet

Manufacturer technical specifications. The power-to-weight ratio is the key physical factor in a drag race.

Kia

EV6 GT AWD

3,91kg/hpratio better by 1,47 kg/hp

Characteristic	Value	Detail
Power	585 hp	Pending
Torque	740 Nm
Weight	2 290 kg	manufacturer kerb weight
Drivetrain	Integrale (AWD)
Gearbox	Single-speed fixed gear

Ford

Explorer ST 400

5,38kg/hpcompensated by −110 kg

Characteristic	Value	Detail
Power	405 hp	Pending
Torque	563 Nm
Weight	2 180 kg	manufacturer kerb weight
Drivetrain	Integrale (AWD)
Gearbox	10-speed torque-converter automatic

Frequently asked questions

Which is faster, EV6 GT AWD or Explorer ST 400?

See the simulation above.

What is the 0-100 of EV6 GT AWD?

Data not available.

EV6 GT AWD or Explorer ST 400: for what use?

EV6 GT AWD: 585 hp, ratio 3,91 kg/hp. Explorer ST 400: 405 hp, ratio 5,38 kg/hp.

What is the top speed of EV6 GT AWD vs Explorer ST 400?

EV6 GT AWD: 260 km/h. Explorer ST 400: 240 km/h.