2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Altima 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Altima. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 73 L |