2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
