2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 873 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Maxima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |