2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 630 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2320 mm |
