1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 69 kg more than 1997 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
