2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 950 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 85 L |
