1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |