2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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 Odyssey. 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |