2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 947 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2003 Honda CR-V 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 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |
