2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro 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 200 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Monaro 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 1969 Holden Monaro. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
