1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
