1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
