1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3370 mm |
