2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1995 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Pony 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 218 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Pony. 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 1995 Hyundai Pony. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1995 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1995 Hyundai Pony 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 | 1995 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Expedition | Pony |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
