2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 243 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 845 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Expedition 1975 Toyota Corolla
Make Ford Toyota
Model Expedition Corolla
Year Released 2006 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1165 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2380 mm


 

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