1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 138 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
