HAHA! I will agree prices are through the ROOF currently, but if you pay MSRP for a Ford other than the GT500 right now, you are a MORON. My new 4th even with Taxes, title, and other crap was $8000 below MSRP!
Did I ever think I would own a SUV with 22's, Nope. But I do, and it rides nice, and looks good. Worst it will ever see is a gravel road, dirt trail and some snow, so it will be fine. 22's are cheaper than 21's tire wise...so there is that.
2000(5.4) - 260HP @4500 345lbft @2300 EPA 11/15(Ratings were generally high back then) Towing Capacity(Max) 7900lbs Maximum Cargo Capacity 110.7CuFt 0-60 9.5
2020 - 375HP @5000 470lbft @2250 EPA 17/22 Towing Capacity(Max) 9200lbs Maximum Cargo Capacity 104.6CuFt/121.5(Max) 0-60 6.2
Yep, Less motor, but more power, better MPG, more towing capacity, more Space(Max), and its quicker. Not to mention CarPlay, and MANY safety features.
Also, you assume the tires on a modern Expedition are any less "cheap" than what came on yours new? That is HILARIOUS! My 2003 F150 came with TERRIBLE Goodyear All Terrains. Any water and they slid like crazy. Swapped them for some Bridgestone Deulers within the first 8 months, and they were night and day better.
I loved my 2003 F150 SuperCrew with the 5.4, but I have moved on. Please do the same to an area of the Forum that will listen and care about your drivel.