2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
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2003 Ford Expedition | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3327 mm |