1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 464 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Murano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
