1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Elantra 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 30 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 667 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1996 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
