1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 498 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Titan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3560 mm |
