1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
