1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar. 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 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
