1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 18 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 101 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Explorer | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |