1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Commodore | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3327 mm |
