2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3111 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 152 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2003 GAZ 3111 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 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Expedition | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
