2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 990 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
