2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva 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 203 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1792 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. 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 1990 Ford Festiva. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2300 mm |
