2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman 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 58 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 538 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 1992 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
