1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 355 Spider | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 106 L |
