1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Explorer | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2852 mm |
