2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 1017 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (395 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
