2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1273 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 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
