1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 116 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 774 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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 (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Explorer | 45 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
