1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
