1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 515 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
