2012 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Expedition | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Expedition | S-MX |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2510 mm |