2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio

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 Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Expedition 2003 Honda Mobilio
Make Ford Honda
Model Expedition Mobilio
Year Released 2004 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 131 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 9 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 2494 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2750 mm


 

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