1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 2 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Toyota Supra.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Supra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
