2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 7 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 141 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 57 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
