2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle 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 262 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 367 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
