1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 884 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Expedition |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3330 mm |