2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia 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 251 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 975 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 57 L |
