1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 706 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Explorer | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1404 mm |
