2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 58 kg more than 1947 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1947 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1947 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Expedition | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1947 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
