2008 Acura TL vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 13 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 458 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
