1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 16 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Explorer | M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2901 mm |
