1996 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2013 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Explorer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |