2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2840 mm |
