1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 899 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Explorer | H2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3130 mm |
