1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
