1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
