2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Orlando would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Expedition | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2760 mm |
