1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 434 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |
