2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Honda FR-V 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 87 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | FR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |