1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 195 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1596 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
