2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord 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 186 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1581 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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 1996 Honda Accord. 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord 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 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |