1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 407 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Shuttle | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Shuttle | Explorer |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |