1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Explorer | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2685 mm |
