1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. 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 (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |