2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. 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 101 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 41 L |
