1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 649 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Explorer | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3380 mm |
