1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 33 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
