1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |