1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne 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 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 206 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Explorer | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1694 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2936 mm |