2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1900 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ariel Atom. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2002 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2002 Ariel Atom 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:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ariel | Ford |
| Model | Atom | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
