2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1747 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. 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 1960 Morgan Plus 4. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan Plus 4 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.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Expedition | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |