1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Explorer | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
