2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | CR-V | Explorer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |