1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
