2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2006 Ford Expedition and 2006 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 152 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 191 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda FR-V 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 | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |
