2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 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 262 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 273 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1956 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1956 Skoda 440 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 | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Expedition | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 47 L |
