2009 BMW 630 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 BMW 630.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 630 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 630 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
