2005 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 10 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
