2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 58 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1998 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Expedition | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
