2009 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 619 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
