2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 120 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Expedition | Achieva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |