1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Explorer | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
