1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Fiat Scudo | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Scudo | Expedition |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |