1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Explorer | Ram |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3560 mm |
