2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 161 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 2007 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
