2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 573 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |