1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 22 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 678 kg more than 2007 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |