2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 428 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
