1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 740 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Mehari | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Mehari | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
