2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Honda Insight
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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Insight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
