2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 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 168 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (395 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
