2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 189 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |