2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 324 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
