2010 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Honda Jazz

To start off, both 2010 Ford Explorer and 2010 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ford Explorer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford Explorer 2010 Honda Jazz
Make Ford Honda
Model Explorer Jazz
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 1245 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 77 HP
Torque 344 Nm 110 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2061 kg 1048 kg
Vehicle Length 4912 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1872 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1849 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2888 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 42 L


 

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