2007 Honda Element vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 617 kg more than 2007 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2002 mm |
