2024 Ford
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 16 - 17 MPG | 18 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 19 - 23 MPG | 24 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 104.6 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 380 - 440 hp | 269 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 6,000 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 210.0 in | 200.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 79.9 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.5 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 40.0 in |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Expedition than in the Volkswagen Atlas.
The Ford Expedition will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Expedition as you will with the Volkswagen Atlas, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Expedition will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Volkswagen Atlas, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Expedition is much wider than the Volkswagen Atlas, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Expedition, which is slightly longer than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Handling
The Ford Expedition has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Atlas, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
With the Ford Expedition, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Volkswagen Atlas.
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Expedition greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Atlas.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Expedition does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Utility
The Ford Expedition offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Ford Expedition has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Atlas.