1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 505 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2451 mm |
