2006 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 11 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
