2006 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1412 kg more than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Explorer | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |