1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 474 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
