2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman 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 184 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 1953 Humber Pullman 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 1953 Humber Pullman. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Humber Pullman. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Humber Pullman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Expedition | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
