2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
