1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 774 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Explorer | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
