2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 82 L |
