2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |
