2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen GLI has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 Volkswagen GLI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | GLI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
