1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Pilot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 160 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |