2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 342 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
