1991 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 952 kg more than 1991 Holden Statesman. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 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 | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3023 mm |
