1993 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
