1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |
