1999 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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 Expedition (494 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
