2021 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2021 Ford Expedition
In comparing the 2021 Lincoln Aviator's and the 2021 Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Lincoln Aviator has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2021 Ford Expedition has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Lincoln Aviator's and the 2021 Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Ford Expedition is a better car than the 2021 Lincoln Aviator.
2021 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2021 Ford Expedition Pricing
A used 2021 Lincoln Aviator ranges from $39,521 to $63,983 while a used 2021 Ford Expedition is priced between $40,939 to $62,925.
2021 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2021 Ford Expedition Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Lincoln Aviator loses 54.9 percent of its value and the 2021 Ford Expedition loses 52.4 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Ford Expedition retains 2.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Lincoln Aviator.
2021 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2021 Ford Expedition Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Aviator is 8.0 out of 10 while the Ford Expedition's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln Aviator being ranked 2 out of 3 Best Luxury 6-seater SUVs and the Ford Expedition being ranked 3 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2021 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2021 Ford Expedition Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Aviator is 8.3 out of 10. For the Ford Expedition the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Ford Expedition a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln Aviator.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Lincoln Aviator’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the 2021 Ford Expedition base engine makes 375 horsepower. The Aviator is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 556 miles. The Expedition is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. This gives the 2021 Lincoln Aviator the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Ford Expedition. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/fullsize SUVs, the 2021 Ford Expedition has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Lincoln Aviator and the 2021 Ford Expedition have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
39521 - 63983
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.549016
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
40939 - 62925
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524418
Lincoln Aviator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.000039 / 10
Reliability:
8.300118 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Ford Expedition Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.604573 / 10
Reliability:
9.013721 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Aviator Rankings
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54 out of / 56Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Lincoln Aviator Trim Levels
Black Label, Livery, Reserve, Standard
2021 Ford Expedition Trim Levels
King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, XL, XL STX, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
415 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
470 foot-lbs @ 2250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
385 / 556 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.3 inches
Cargo Space:
18.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
77.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
163.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
63.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
104.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
192.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4745 lbs
Width:
89.9 inches
Height:
69.6 inches
Length:
199.3 inches
Wheelbase:
119.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5443 lbs
Width:
93.4 inches
Height:
76.6 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
255/60R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
275/65R18