2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 57 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 192 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |