2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (287 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1053 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |