1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 317 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS. 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 (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Explorer | LS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
