1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 808 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Explorer | Defender |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |