1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
