1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | V6 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |