Ford Expedition vs. Ford Explorer
When comparing the Ford Expedition's and the Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Ford Explorer has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Ford Expedition's and the Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition is a better car than the Ford Explorer.
Ford Expedition vs. Ford Explorer Pricing
For a new model, the Ford Expedition's price is between $65,377 and $89,249, with the Ford Explorer priced between $42,492 and $61,725.
Ford Expedition vs. Ford Explorer Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Expedition loses 52.4 percent of its value and the Ford Explorer loses 46.2 percent of its value. This means the Ford Explorer retains 6.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Expedition.
Ford Expedition vs. Ford Explorer Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Expedition is 8.6 out of 10 while the Ford Explorer's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Ford Expedition being ranked 5 out of 30 Best SUVs with 3 Rows and the Ford Explorer being ranked 9 out of 30. Out of 55 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Ford Expedition is ranked 9 and the Ford Explorer is ranked 18.
Ford Expedition vs. Ford Explorer Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Expedition is 9.0 out of 10. For the Ford Explorer the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Ford Expedition a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Explorer.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Expedition’s base engine makes 380 horsepower, and the Ford Explorer base engine makes 300 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are fullsize SUVs, the Ford Expedition has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Ford Explorer, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Expedition and the Ford Explorer have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$65,377 - $89,249
Used Asking Price:
$61,615 - $89,771
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$42,492 - $61,725
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.2%
Ford Expedition Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
9.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Explorer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Ford Expedition Rankings
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9 out of / 55Ranking
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51 out of / 55Ranking
52 out of / 53Ford Explorer Rankings
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1 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
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3 out of / 55Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
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7 out of / 55Ranking
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9 out of / 66Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
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10 out of / 55Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
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10 out of / 16Ranking
11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 55Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
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12 out of / 66Ranking
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16 out of / 66Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
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18 out of / 55Ranking
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48 out of / 62Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Ford Expedition Trim Levels
Platinum, Timberline, XL, XL STX, XLT, King Ranch, Limited
Ford Explorer Trim Levels
Base, King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, Police Interceptor Utility, ST, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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:
380 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
470 foot-lbs @ 2250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
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
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Cargo Space:
18.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
87.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
170.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5368 lbs
Width:
93.4 inches
Height:
76.6 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4345 lbs
Width:
89.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
198.8 inches
Wheelbase:
119.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P275/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/65R18
