2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition 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 63 more horse power than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 87 L |