1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 439 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Explorer | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
