2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 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 107 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 66 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Explorer | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
