2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. 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 F-150 (495 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2840 mm |
