2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | S-MX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |