1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |
