2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Honda Civic

To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 159 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Explorer 2004 Honda Civic
Make Ford Honda
Model Explorer Civic
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4014 cc 1671 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 152 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1121 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 50 L


 

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