1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1996 Infiniti J30 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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Explorer | J30 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
