2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |