1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
