1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
