2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 509 kg more than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Quest. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |