1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 911 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Mondial. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Mondial 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:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 106 L |
