1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Armstrong Siddeley Whitley | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Whitley | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2870 mm |
