1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
