2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
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 @ 3750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2389 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 | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 84 L |