1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 294 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
