2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith 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 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, 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.
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2006 Ford Expedition | 1946 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Expedition | Silver Wraith |
Year Released | 2006 | 1946 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4257 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 114.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 81 L |