1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Explorer | AIV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
