2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Ford Expedition and 2005 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 182 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Almera 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 | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1769 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1130 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
