2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 363 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
