2000 Ford Artic vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic 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 182 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Artic | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |
