2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 238 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Griffith. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith 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 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Expedition | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
