2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 5 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 806 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
