1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 474 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |