2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Quantum 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 191 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 23 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 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1994 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
