1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 31 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 424 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
