1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2616 mm |
