1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Nissan Note

To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 12 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 148 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 762 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Explorer 2007 Nissan Note
Make Ford Nissan
Model Explorer Note
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type SUV Hatchback
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 67 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 80.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1242 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm