2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic 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 96 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Explorer | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 30 L |