2009 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
