1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 652 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Explorer | G6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
