2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 4 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
