2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 891 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. 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 2005 Honda Jazz. 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 (321 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
