2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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 (475 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 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 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | 993 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 341 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |