2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (441 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Tundra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
