2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
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 Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1999 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 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 (475 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
