2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 264 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 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 (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Routan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3078 mm |