2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 98 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen W12 has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | W12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
