1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 55 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| 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 | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
