2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 803 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
