2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2004 Ford Expedition and 2004 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 202 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1666 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 (476 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Corsa 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 | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |