2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 1992 Ford Granada 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 1992 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1992 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
