2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | 400 R |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |