1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 508 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
