2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |