1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 638 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Explorer | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
