1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 126 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | iQ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2000 mm |
