2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 167 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda City. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda City has manual transmission. 2001 Honda City 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 | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | City |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |