1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 4 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
