1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
