1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
