1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranchero | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
