2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 590 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
