2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 752 kg more than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota 4Runner | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
