2005 Holden Rodeo 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 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.

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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Rodeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Rodeo 2013 Ford Expedition
Make Holden Ford
Model Rodeo Expedition
Year Released 2005 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2405 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 93 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 207 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5245 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2332 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 3023 mm