1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Explorer | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
