2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 872 kg more than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Expedition | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
