2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 220 kg more than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Expedition | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
