2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 126 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 30 L |
