2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 3 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Commander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
