2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 941 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |