2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | NSX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |