2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 493 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
