2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 166 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
