2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 495 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 106 L |
