2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 957 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Expedition | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
