1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 7 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 666 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
