1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 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 18 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 154 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
