2007 BMW 550 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 12 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, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 344 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
