2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
