2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition 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 141 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 79 L |