2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 7 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 (495 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Expedition | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
