2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Opa 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 150 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 9 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa. 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, 2000 Toyota Opa, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Opa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
