1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 13 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | V8 GranSport |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
