2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 358 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Spark | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 106 L |
