1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 422 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 996 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
