2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 516 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Expedition | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |
