2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 675 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |