2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1951 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1951 Renault Fregate 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 | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
