2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair 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 79 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercury Montclair. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Expedition | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
