1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
