1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Expedition. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 556 Nm | 494 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3023 mm |