1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 772 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Expedition |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3030 mm |