1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 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 111 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 798 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
