1994 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition 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 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX, 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1994 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CRX | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
