2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 228 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |