2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 411 kg more than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 (395 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
