1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
