1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
