1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 16 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 (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 304 kg more than 2011 Honda Element. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Element |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2576 mm |
