1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 133 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2033 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |