1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 164 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Explorer | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3020 mm |
