Ford Expedition vs Chevy Suburban

To explore the outdoors with your favorite people, there’s so much to enjoy with an all-American SUV. Many of our Auburn, Worcester, and Southbridge, MA, shoppers who come to Ira Ford Auburn looking for a large family SUV are often considering two great options: the Ford Expedition and the Chevy Suburban.

Below, these models go head-to-head in our Ford Expedition vs. Chevy Suburban review. Keep reading ahead to find out which SUV is best to take for daring adventures with all your friends.

Powerful Capability

A large SUV needs an equally hefty engine to be able to carry up to eight passengers and their cargo, and it also needs to support all the fun toys you like to bring along.

Both the Ford Expedition and Chevy Suburban offer several strong powertrains for you to choose from. However, the Expedition beats the output of the Chevy starting with the base engine. Take a look at the engines of the Ford below:

In comparison, the strongest engine on the Suburban barely rivals the Expedition with a maximum output of 420 horsepower.

With its reduced overall power, the Suburban also can’t tow as much as the Expedition. At most, the Chevy SUV can tow 8,300 pounds when properly equipped. However, the Ford can tow a minimum of 9,000 pounds and a maximum of 9,300 pounds when properly equipped.

Amenities

On a long drive to your next destination, the right amenities are crucial. Fortunately, both models supply a range of accommodations starting on their base trims. For instance, both include a tri-zone automatic climate control system and multi-way power driver seat adjustments.

However, when it comes to providing you and your guests with a level of comfort that will make hours of driving fly by, only the Ford Expedition delivers. For example, you’ll find a rear-seat entertainment system available only in the Ford. With this equipped, your second-row guests can be entertained for hours.

You’ll be taken care of in the front when you have the available heated and ventilated multi-contour seats with Active Motion® equipped. This will be a lifesaver on longer trips as it provides support from multiple angles including lumbar support and seat-bottom massage. The Suburban doesn’t offer a comparable option.

Capacity and Dimensions

One of the main reasons you’re choosing a large SUV is the immense cargo capacity, and both models deliver.

Between the two models, the Chevy does offer greater maximum cargo capacity with up to 144.7 cubic feet. The Expedition, in comparison, comes with up to 121.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity.

The Ford makes up for this difference in capacity by providing plenty of space for you and your passengers to spread out. Here’s a breakdown of the seating dimensions:

• Headroom (front/ second/ third): 42/ 40/ 37.3 inches
• Legroom (front/ second/ third): 43.9/ 42.6/ 36.1 inches
• Shoulder Room (front/ second/ third): 64.9/ 64.8/ 64.2 inches

While the third row is best reserved for smaller passengers, the first and second rows comfortably accommodate adults and larger passengers.

Which Will It Be? Ford Expedition vs Chevy Suburban

Can you imagine your next trip in the Ford Expedition after reading this comparison? If so, the Ira Ford Auburn team will gladly schedule your test drive near Auburn, Worcester, and Southbridge, Massachusetts, as soon as you’re ready. Contact us today to set up your visit!