2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2009 Ford Explorer and 2009 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (369 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Explorer | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |