1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
