1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
