2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 140 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Expedition | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 57 L |
