1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 306 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Explorer | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3645 mm |
