2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda S2000 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 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 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition, 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2005 Honda S2000 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 | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
