1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Explorer | Vue |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
