2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 433 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
