1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
