2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati 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 167 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. 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 Volkswagen Parati. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen Parati 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | Parati |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
