2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord 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 2006 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Expedition Accord
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 217 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1460 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1460 mm


 

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