2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima 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 79 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (222 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (293 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
