1996 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V 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 (286 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 646 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (346 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CR-V | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CR-V | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8 | 10.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
