1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 970 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Explorer | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
