2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 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 48 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 228 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 228 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 | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Expedition | 228 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |