2000 Nissan Silvia 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 Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 56 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 817 kg more than 2000 Nissan Silvia. 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 Silvia. 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) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Silvia. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 Silvia | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Silvia | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 250 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3023 mm |
