1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 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 (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Freelander |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |