2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 898 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (325 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |