2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 568 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
