2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition 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 98 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 891 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |