2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 495 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |