2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 1027 kg more than 1998 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 (395 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 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 |
