1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal 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 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 33 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 371 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Explorer | Regal |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2738 mm |
