2003 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1427 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2003 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Vibe | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Vibe | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
