2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1860 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1989 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | Alto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2180 mm |
