2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (236 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 621 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
