2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Intrepid | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Intrepid | Expedition |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 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 | 1572 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |