1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 73 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Vitz |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |