2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 684 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
