2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |