2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Ford F-150

To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Expedition 1999 Ford F-150
Make Ford Ford
Model Expedition F-150
Year Released 2008 1999
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 2075 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3050 mm


 

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