1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 236 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3198 mm |
