2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 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 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
