2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1940 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 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 1957 Renault Dauphine. 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 (475 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine 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:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 38 L |
