2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 184 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
