2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica 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 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 275 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |