1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Expedition |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |