1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 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, 2005 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
