1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 407 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Explorer | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |