1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 539 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Explorer | Jetta |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2578 mm |