2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-450 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 106 L |
