2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 817 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Mobilio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |