2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer 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 (407 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Explorer | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |