2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |