2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | 968 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 74 L |
