2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman 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 32 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (224 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 970 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. 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 1994 Holden Statesman. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
