2002 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 825 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
