1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 14 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, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
