2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa 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 241 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 356 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Corsa 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 | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
