2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 10 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 980 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ferrari 458. 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Expedition | 458 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
