2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1212 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Almera | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3023 mm |
