1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
