1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 1017 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1998 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 106 L |
