1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 16 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, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Explorer | S4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2809 mm |
