2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 799 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Explorer | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
