2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer 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 93 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1710 kg more than 2011 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Explorer | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
