2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte 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 265 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 519 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
