1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Explorer | Forte |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |