2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 357 kg more than 2007 Honda Pilot.
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, 2007 Honda Pilot, 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 (395 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 77 L |
