2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition 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 39 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1404 mm |