1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | MR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |