2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio 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 @ 6150 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 42 L |
