1994 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 124 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
