2001 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 462 kg more than 2001 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2910 mm |
