2007 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 290 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, 2007 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
