1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 306 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | ML |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
