1993 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 574 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 2003 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
