1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2000 Saturn LW 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 502 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Explorer | LW |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
