2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 9 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
