2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1946 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1946 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Expedition | M-20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2710 mm |