2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 755 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Land Cruiser | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 127 L |