1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 589 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Explorer | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |
