1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 546 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | Magna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
