2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1955 Renault Juva
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Renault Juva would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1955 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 353 kg more than 1955 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Renault Juva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Renault Juva. (46 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1955 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Juva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
