2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 256 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
