2023 Ford Expedition vs. the Competition

Whether you have a growing family or a growing thirst for adventure, it’s hard to argue against the advantages offered by a full-size SUV. These types of vehicles offer muscular performance capabilities, generously-sized interiors, and a commanding presence on the road. At first glance, you might be having trouble deciding which of the various models in this segment is the best fit for your lifestyle. Fortunately, our team of experts at Germain Ford of Beavercreek is standing by to lend a helping hand. We’ve assembled this in-depth competitive comparison in which the iconic Ford Expedition goes up against some of its biggest rivals including the Chevrolet Tahoe, Nissan Armada, and Toyota Tacoma. Once you see the results of our Ford Expedition comparison, you’ll understand why it remains the best full-size SUV in the segment.

Ford Expedition vs Chevrolet Tahoe

Our first challenger to go up against the Ford Expedition is the Chevrolet Tahoe. For fairness, we’ve compared equivalent trim levels equipped with 4WD and virtually identical starting MSRPs. Unfortunately for Chevrolet, that’s where the similarities between these two full-size SUV competitors end.

In terms of performance capabilities, the clear winner of this matchup is the Ford Expedition. Choosing Ford means that you’ll enjoy 25 more horsepower and an astounding 87 additional lb-ft of torque from its turbocharged V6 engine compared to the Tahoe LT. Not only is the Expedition the better choice for those looking to bring their biggest toys along for the adventure -- it’s also the best option for fuel-conscious drivers. The Expedition XLT outperforms the Tahoe LT across all three categories of fuel economy.

Continuing down the list of reasons to choose the Ford Expedition, you’ll find it comes equipped with more premium standard features than the Tahoe. Its standard front fog lights add style and visibility while its blind spot monitoring system gives you greater confidence behind the wheel. Greater second-row headroom and a 40/40/20 split folding second-row seat help make the interior of the Expedition a more inviting space than the Tahoe.

Ford Expedition vs Nissan Armada

Second on our list of competitors to challenge the Ford Expedition is the Nissan Armada. Just like the prior matchup, we’ve taken the Expedition XLT 4X4 and compared it against an equivalent Armada SL 4WD. A quick glance at the table above reveals that the obvious choice is the Ford Expedition.

Despite sharing nearly identical price tags, choosing the Armada over the Expedition means that you’ll be sacrificing on power. In addition to its higher torque, the Expedition offers significantly higher fuel economy figures than the Armada. Some of those results are likely due to its far more sophisticated 10-speed automatic transmission.

Shifting our attention towards the interiors of both SUVs, the Expedition continues to shine. The dimensions certainly tell quite a story, proving that the Expedition offers both greater cargo space and room for drivers and passengers to get comfortable. Its 40/40/20 split second-row provides more possibilities for transporting your gear on the way to your destination. Finally, you’ll also have an extra 12-volt power outlet for keeping your electronic devices charged.

Ford Expedition vs Toyota Sequoia

Last up is the Toyota Sequoia, and here we see more similarities than with a lot of other competitors. Both have 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engines, seating for 8, and even have identical 9,300lbs towing capacities. But the Sequoia is more expensive, and this brings us to a major difference. The Expedition is available in the larger MAX configuration, likely to be something you’re considering if you’re looking at the largest vehicles from either brand’s lineup. The Sequoia doesn’t have this option, but still managed to be more than $2,000 more expensive than this bigger Expedition.

The Expedition offers more space for passengers, and this isn’t even specific to the MAX, the standard Expedition has the same passenger dimensions. Similarly, you have more cargo capacity in the standard Expedition, but take a look at the cargo volume for the MAX, the 121.5 cubic feet of maximum capacity is a staggering advantage over the Sequoia, it’s not even close. And while the 11.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row in the Sequoia is pretty average for a three-row SUV, the 34.3 cubic feet in the Expedition MAX makes it one of the few SUVs on the market that will let you haul 8 people and their luggage at the same time.

Higher ground clearance and standard power-folding third-row seats make the Expedition more useful in even more ways. And with a vehicle this size, standard downhill assist as standard is a very useful feature. Just to round it out, the price advantage of the Expedition grows as we see that Ford gives you a full three years more complimentary roadside assistance.

Winner - Ford Expedition

Now that the results have been tallied, it’s clear that the winner of this in-depth comparison is the Ford Expedition. The large SUV competition from Chevrolet, Nissan, and Toyota simply cannot compete with the tremendous performance, efficiency, value, and premium standard features you’ll enjoy by choosing the Expedition. Ready to experience all that the Expedition has to offer? Our team is standing by to help you select the model that’s perfectly suited to your lifestyle and driving habits.