2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 3 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 127 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Expedition | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
