2006 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1677 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Explorer | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
