1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 408 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
