1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
