2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (496 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
