1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 13 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, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 659 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Insight |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |