2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 447 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
