1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 772 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Insight |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |