2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Thunderbird 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 172 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 654 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1994 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |