2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 127 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Expedition | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
