2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet 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 182 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Expedition | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
