2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit 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 125 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1872 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
