2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 3 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Uplander | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |