Ford Explorer
Ford Explorer
2.3L Limited EcoBoost
₱3.498 Million
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Honda Civic Type-R
Honda Civic Type-R
2.0L VTEC Turbo Honda Sensing
₱3.87 Million
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Ford Explorer vs Honda Civic Type-R Comparison

Find below the detailed Cars comparison of Ford Explorer and Honda Civic Type-R, based on price, specifications, & other features. We have the Ford Explorer priced at ₱3.498 Million, while Honda Civic Type-R is priced at ₱3.87 Million . If we compare the technical specifications, Ford Explorer houses 2296 engine whereas Honda Civic Type-R engine displacement stands at 1996.

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Overview: Explorer vs Civic Type-R

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Power 299 hp 316 hp
Engine Displacement 2296 cc 1996 cc

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.19/5
31 reviews
4.58/5
38 reviews
Design
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Comfort
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Performance
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Safety
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User Review Comparison
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From The Experts

Things we like

Classy and well-equipped interiors

Dwells over the strength of its V6 engine

Comfort-driven ride

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Smashing looks

Crisp performance

Best-in-class equipment

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Things we don't like

Less cargo room than expected

Cramped third-row seating

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Stiff ride

Low fuel efficiency

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Dimensions & Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 70 L 47 L
Length 5049 mm 4593 mm
Width 2268 mm 1890 mm
Height 1783 mm 1407 mm
Wheel Base 3025 mm 2735 mm
Ground Clearance 208 mm 123 mm
No Of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 7 seats 4 seats
Front Tread -- 1626 mm
Rear Tread -- 1614 mm
Kerb Weight -- 1428 kg
Turning Radius -- 5.9 m
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Engine Details

Engine 2.3L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve 2.0L Gasoline Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Fuel Supply System -- Direct Injection
Valve Configuration -- DOHC
Compression Ratio -- 9.8:1
Bore X Stroke -- 85 X 85.9 mm
Turbocharger/Supercharger -- Turbocharger
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Performance

Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Engine Displacement 2296 cc 1996 cc
Power 299 hp 316 hp
Torque 420 Nm 420 Nm
RPM At Max Power 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
RPM At Max Torque 3500 RPM 2600-4000 RPM
Acceleration -- 5.4 s
Top Speed -- 275 kmph
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Tilt & Telescopic Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type Electric Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type Coil Spring --

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Gear Box 10-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type 4x4 --

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 20 Inch 19 Inch
Tyre Size 255/55 R20 265/30 R19
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R20 R19
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes --
Ebd Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes --
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Knee Airbags Yes --
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes --
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Auto Dimming Auto Dimming Auto Dimming Auto Dimming
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
360 Camera Yes --
Emergency Stop Signal Yes --
Park Assist Yes --
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Downhill Assist Control Yes --
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes Yes
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning System Yes Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Advance Safety Feature Roll Stability Control, Evasive Steering Assist, Lane-Keeping System, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking Roll Stability Control, Evasive Steering Assist, Lane-Keeping System, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking Forward Collision Warning, Collision Mitigation Braking, Cross Traffic Monitor, Lane Keep Assist, Honda Sensing Forward Collision Warning, Collision Mitigation Braking, Cross Traffic Monitor, Lane Keep Assist, Honda Sensing
Vehicle Stability Control System -- Yes
Curtain Airbags -- Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Tri Zone Tri Zone Yes
Rear A/C Vents Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Ventilated Front Seats Yes --
Accessory Power Outlet Front & Rear Front & Rear Front Front
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes --
Bottle Holder Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes --
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes --
Rear Reading Lamp Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes Yes
Trunk Light Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Memory Seats Yes --
Anti-glare Mirrors Yes --
Wireless Charger Yes Yes
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 8 Inch 8 Inch 9 inch 9 inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
Audio System B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen BOSE BOSE
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 12 12 12 12
Navigation System Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No Yes
Voice Control Yes --
Touch Screen Yes Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats 10-Way Driver & 8-Way front Passenger 10-Way Driver & 8-Way front Passenger --
Heated Seats - Front Yes No
Heated Seats - Rear Yes No
Adjustable Headrest Front & Rear Front & Rear --
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes --
Fabric Upholstery No Yes
Leather Seats Yes No
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Folding Table Rear No No
Foldable Rear Seat 2nd Row 35:30:35 & 3rd Row 50:50 Split 2nd Row 35:30:35 & 3rd Row 50:50 Split --
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rain Sensing Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Defogger Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Daytime Running Lights LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Fog Lights Front LED LED Yes
Roof Carrier No --
Roof Rail Yes --
Rear Spoiler Yes Yes
Moon Roof Yes --
Removable Convertible Top No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes Yes
Chrome Grille Yes --
Rear Window Washer -- Yes
Side Stepper -- No
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Interior

Ambient Light Yes No
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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Ford Explorer vs Honda Civic Type-R FAQs

Which Car has more power between Ford Explorer vs Honda Civic Type-R?

The Ford Explorer has power of 299 hp with 420 Nm torque and Honda Civic Type-R has power of 316 hp with 420 Nm torque. Thus making Civic Type-R the more powerful as compared to Explorer.

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Which Car has higher ground clearance between Explorer vs Civic Type-R?

The Explorer comes with a ground clearance of 208 mm , on the other hand the Civic Type-R comes with a ground clearance of 123 mm , hence the Ford Explorer has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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Which Car has more safety features between Ford Explorer vs Honda Civic Type-R?

Explorer safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Door Ajar Warning, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag-Front, Knee Airbags, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, 360 Camera, Emergency Stop Signal, Park Assist, Hill-Start Assist Control, Downhill Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), Blind Spot monitor, Lane Departure Warning System and Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Civic Type-R safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Door Ajar Warning, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), Blind Spot monitor, Lane Departure Warning System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Speed Sensing Door Locks

The Ford Explorer has higher number of sefety features than Civic Type-R, hence Ford Explorer is more safer than Honda Civic Type-R.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Explorer vs Civic Type-R?

Explorer comfort features: Air Conditioner, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Ventilated Front Seats, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Adaptive Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps, Memory Seats, Anti-glare Mirrors and Wireless Charger

Civic Type-R comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light, Automatic Headlamps and Wireless Charger

The Ford Explorer has higher number of comfort features than Civic Type-R, hence Ford Explorer is more comfortable than Honda Civic Type-R.

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Which is bigger Explorer or Civic Type-R?

The Explorer dimensions are 5049 mm length, 2268 mm width, 1783 mm height while the Civic Type-R dimensions are 4593 mm length, 1890 mm width, 1407 mm height. Hence, the Explorer is more longer, Explorer is more wider and Explorer is more higher.

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