2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 8 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 @ 6150 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 236 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |
