2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Highlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |